Before the kettle goes on, there’s nothing better than settling into a decent Netflix series during the quieter spells. Whether you’re tucked up in the bivvy on a rainy autumn session or passing the time on a long weekend, a great series can make the hours fly by.
Here’s our pick of 10 Netflix series worth downloading before your next carp fishing trip.
Let’s be honest… we’ve all said we’re “watching the water” while secretly finishing another episode.
1. Ozark 
If you’ve somehow never seen it, this should be your first download.
A financial adviser gets dragged into laundering money for a drug cartel, leading to one disaster after another. Brilliant acting, incredible twists and one of those shows where “just one more episode” turns into 3am.
Perfect for: Long overnight sessions.
2. Squid Game
The Korean phenomenon that took over the world.
Hundreds of people compete in deadly versions of children’s games for a life-changing cash prize. It’s tense, addictive and impossible to stop watching.
3. Stranger Things
A brilliant mix of horror, sci-fi and 80s nostalgia.
Even if you’re not usually into supernatural shows, the characters alone make it worth watching.
Ideal if you’re fishing with mates as everyone gets hooked.
4. Breaking Bad
Arguably one of the greatest TV series ever made.
A chemistry teacher diagnosed with cancer turns to making methamphetamine to provide for his family.
If you’ve never watched it… you’re in for a treat.
5. Narcos
The rise and fall of Pablo Escobar and the Colombian drug trade.
Fast-paced, brilliantly acted and based largely on true events.
6. Mindhunter
If you’re into true crime, this is superb.
It follows the early days of FBI criminal profiling and interviews with some of America’s most infamous serial killers.
Slow burning but incredibly clever.
7. The Night Agent ☆
One of Netflix’s biggest recent hits.
Political conspiracy, espionage, action and plenty of twists without becoming too complicated to follow between checking the rods.
8. Black Mirror ☆
Every episode is different.
Some stories are brilliant, others are downright disturbing, but it’s perfect for fishing because each episode is its own standalone film.
Easy to watch between recasting or making another brew.
9. Formula 1: Drive to Survive ☆
Even if you’re not an F1 fan…
This series is genuinely addictive.
The behind-the-scenes access, rivalries and personalities make it one of the best sports documentaries ever made.
10. Fool Me Once ☆
A gripping British thriller based on the Harlan Coben novel.
Plenty of twists, loads of suspense and only a handful of episodes, making it ideal for a weekend session.
Download Before You Leave
Signal around some lakes can be… let’s say “questionable.”
Don’t forget to download your episodes over Wi-Fi before heading out. Nothing worse than getting settled into the bivvy only to discover you’re staring at a buffering icon for half the night.
Honourable Mentions
If you’ve already watched the list above, these are also well worth adding:
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Peaky Blinders
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The Lincoln Lawyer
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Dark
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The Gentlemen
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Money Heist
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You
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The Last Kingdom
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Bodyguard
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Alice in Borderland
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The Diplomat
Over to You…
What’s the best Netflix series you’ve watched while on the bank?
Is there a hidden gem everyone should be downloading before their next session, or is there a classic we’ve somehow missed? Drop your recommendations below and help build the ultimate bivvy watch list! 
